BPA- FREE, METAL-FREE DENTAL FILLINGS IN BALTIMORE COUNTY, MARYLAND
We exclusively place BPA-free, metal-free fillings with your long-term whole-body health in mind! Ongoing studies continue to show that amalgam fillings, which contain mercury and other metals, can present health-related concerns to certain people. To protect your future health and for a beautiful and natural-looking result, we recommend this type of dental composite filling.
KEY BENEFITS TO HAVING BPA-FREE AND METAL-FREE RESTORATIONS
Our materials have no concerns for patients with known or unknown metal allergies that could become aggravated by a metal restoration.
COMPOSITE FILLING FAQS
Baltimore Dental Co. understands that even though a filling is a relatively simple procedure, you might still have questions. Read through our frequently asked questions about composite filling restorations and reach out if you have an additional concern.
How Long After I Receive A Composite Filling Do I Need To Wait To Eat?
Composite fillings are completely set and ready to use when you leave our office. If you are numb, it is best to pick foods that do not require chewing until the numbness subsides so you do not accidentally injure your soft tissue.
How Long Will A Composite Filling Last?
There are many factors that determine how long a filling will last such as if the adjacent teeth are intact, the amount of bite force on the composite, the orthodontic positioning of the tooth, the health of the oral microbiome, and the at-home maintenance routine. Your dentist will do everything possible to ensure you get the most life out of your composite restoration.
Does A Filling Prevent Future Decay?
Composite restorations replace the tooth structure destroyed by dental decay and will stop this decay from traveling to other surfaces or teeth. The tooth surfaces that were not affected by decay will not be modified. This means those surfaces are still susceptible to decay. Additionally, the tooth structure at the edge of the composite filling material can easily retain bacteria and, if your home care routine is less than ideal and you are not up to date with your dental hygiene appointments are at a higher risk for dental decay.
What Happens If My Filling Gets Decay Around It?
New restorations are needed when decay develops around an old filling. The size and location of the old filling and the decay determine what restorations are required. In most cases, we are able to complete a new composite filling restoration to return your tooth to optimal health.
